Profiles
Charles County is the home of some remarkable history-makers—from the early days of our Country’s establishment, to adventurers in the 20th Century—see who they are:
Matthew Henson, sailor, adventurer and author, is most notably co-discoverer of the North Pole… |
Josiah Henson was the inspiration for one of America’s most famous novels…
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John Hanson was so respected by his peers, he became our Nation’s 1st leader… |
| Dr. Gustavus Brown distinguished himself as physician and friend to George Washington…
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Dr. Samuel Mudd, country doctor and farmer, became one of our history’s most remembered name… |
Miss Olivia Floyd, one of the most unlikely Civil War figures was Miss Olivia Floyd of Rose Hill… |
Leonard Covington,
born Octoer 30, 1768, known for his role in the War of 1812 |
Rose O’Neal Greenhow, born in Port Tobacco, she was considered both courageous and lovely... |
Raphael Semmes,
born in Charles County September 27, 1809, best known as the captain of CSS Alabama
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